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Not all divorces are contested Uncontested divorces mean that all matters are resolved and a settlement agreement is created Contested matters can be resolved through alternative dispute resolution or litigation
Read MoreA contested divorce typically results in retaining an attorney A mediated divorce requires retaining an experienced mediators Mediated divorces allow the couple to resolve matters outside of the courtroom
Read MoreNew Jersey does not offer an option for legal separation However, it is possible to separate without any court action Consult with an experienced attorney at MWM if you are thinking about separating or becoming divorced
Read MoreWhen getting divorced, there are several key issues that need to be settled: equitable distribution, alimony, child support and child custody, division of assets, debts and liabilities, tax returns, and potentially counsel fees. If you can open up lines of communication between you, you and your spouse can formulate an agreement on all issues involved, […]
Read MoreIn New Jersey, divorce can be filed upon a fault or no-fault basis. Fault bases include adultery, desertion and imprisonment, for example; however, in NJ you must prove the fault ground in court. The majority of divorces are filed on a no-fault basis, which is based on irreconcilable differences, meaning that the marriage is irretrievably […]
Read MoreIn the state of New Jersey, retirement plans and pension plans are subject to equitable distribution, which means that the marital share of that plan, pension or 401(k), is distributed equally between the parties. This is done via a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (or QDRO). I suggest you consult an experienced attorney if you are […]
Read MoreIn New Jersey, the process of divorce can take up to a year; the time depends heavily on the negotiations between the parties involved. It is very important to obtain the advice of an experienced attorney to help assist you in resolving the divorce in an equitable and expeditious manner.
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